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Hornets Waive Bez Mbeng
The Charlotte Hornets have waived guard Bez Mbeng, the team announced Sunday. Charlotte signed the former Ivy League Player of the Year to an Exhibit 10 deal earlier this month after he finished last season with Utah. Mbeng averaged 8.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 2.3 steals in 32.8 minutes across 15 NBA appearances, but his shooting remains a concern after hitting 19.4 percent from three and 64.0 percent at the line. With Coby White, Dennis Schroder, and Kon Knueppel already in Charlotte's guard rotation, Mbeng faced a tough path to minutes. His steals remain intriguing, but he needs another NBA opportunity before entering the fantasy conversation.
Source: Charlotte Hornets PR
Source: Charlotte Hornets PR
Evgeni Malkin Not Ruling Out Returning for 22nd NHL Campaign
Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin is not planning a retirement tour in 2026-27. He hasn't ruled out extending his NHL career into a 22nd year. "I mean, it's a hard question," Malkin said. "We'll see what's going on during the season, you know? Right now, I want to say, 'Yes,' (to playing longer). But we'll see how my body feels." After a couple of down years, Malkin enjoyed a renaissance last season, posting 61 points (19 goals, 42 assists) in 56 appearances. The Russian veteran, who turned 40 in July, has shown he can still be effective when healthy, keeping him relevant in fantasy leagues.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Graham Ike Lands Two-Way Deal with Warriors
The Golden State Warriors are signing forward/center Graham Ike to a two-year, two-way contract, according to Luca Evans of the San Francisco Chronicle. The former Gonzaga big man averaged 10.0 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks in 21.2 minutes across nine Summer League games while helping Golden State win the Las Vegas title. Ike is set to take the Warriors' final two-way spot alongside LJ Cryer and Malevy Leons. His physical interior game gives Golden State another developmental option up front, but much of his playing time should come with Santa Cruz unless injuries open NBA minutes.
Source: Luca Evans
Source: Luca Evans
Gabriel Landeskog Expecting to Take "Another Step"
Colorado Avalanche winger Gabriel Landeskog believes he can elevate his performance in 2026-27. The Avalanche captain returned from a knee injury last season, recording 35 points (14 goals, 21 assists) in 60 games. He feels he can be much better this term. "I am expecting myself to take another step," Landeskog told NHL.com. "I've had a great summer. There's a huge difference from 12 months ago." The 33-year-old missed three regular seasons before returning. Landeskog was nearly a point-per-game player during the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, building strong momentum heading into this season. Fantasy managers should keep him on their radar.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Zach LaVine Eyes Bounce-Back Season with Kings
Sacramento Kings guard/forward Zach LaVine (hand) is looking for a bounce-back season after undergoing surgery on his right pinky finger in February. LaVine told Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints that his standards remain "extremely high" while acknowledging that his exact role is still taking shape. The 31-year-old averaged 19.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.3 assists across 39 games last season while shooting 39.0 percent from three. No. 7 pick Darius Acuff Jr. adds another ballhandler to Sacramento's mix, so LaVine's usage is worth watching in camp. His scoring and efficiency should remain useful if he keeps a prominent offensive role.
Source: Tomer Azarly
Source: Tomer Azarly
Alexandre Pantoja Suffers Unanimous-Decision Loss
Former flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja lost by unanimous decision to current flyweight champion Joshua Van in the main event of UFC 331 on Saturday. The last time Pantoja faced Van in the Octagon, he suffered an arm injury less than 30 seconds into the fight, leading to a TKO win for Van. However, this fight was back-and-forth, but Van's speed, pressure, and boxing were the difference-makers. In 25 minutes of action, Pantoja landed five takedowns and 147 significant strikes. With the loss, Pantoja dropped to 30-7 as a pro and is now 14-5 in the UFC.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Joshua Van Beats Alexandre Pantoja In A Rematch
Flyweight champion Joshua Van defended his title for a second time, beating former flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja via unanimous decision in the main event of UFC 331 on Saturday. It was a back-and-forth fight, but Van's speed and boxing were the difference-makers when it was all over. After five rounds, the judges awarded the fight to Van by unanimous decision, with scores of 49-46, 49-47 and 50-45. In 25 minutes of action, Van landed 181 significant strikes. By beating Pantoja, Van left no doubt that he is the best flyweight in the world.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Mauricio Ruffy Gets Finished In The First Round
Mauricio Ruffy suffered his first knockout loss since signing with the leading promotion and it was a first-round knockout loss to Arman Tsarukyan in the co-main event of UFC 331 on Saturday. Tsarukyan took Ruffy down early in the first round and then controlled him on the mat for three minutes. Ruffy got up eventually but was immediately pressured up against the cage by Tsarukyan. With four seconds left in the fight, Ruffy got hit with a thunderous elbow by Tsarukyan, which knocked him out cold. In 4:56 of action, Ruffy landed four significant strikes. With the loss, Ruffy dropped to 5-2 in the UFC.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Arman Tsarukyan Finishes Mauricio Ruffy In The First Round
Arman Tsarukyan extended his win streak by finishing Mauricio Ruffy via first-round knockout in the co-main event of UFC 331 on Saturday. Time was ticking down in the first round, so Tsarukyan decided to pressure Ruffy up against the cage, and with four seconds left in the first round. Tsarukyan landed an elbow to Ruffy's head, knocking his opponent out cold. In 4:56 of action, Tsarukyan landed a takedown and eight significant strikes. By beating Ruffy, Tsarukyan has most likely become the next in line for a title shot. With the win, Tsarukyan improved to 24-3 as a pro and is now 11-2 in the UFC.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Dooho Choi Suffers First-Round TKO Loss
Fan-favorite featherweight Dooho Choi suffered a first-round TKO loss to former two-division Bellator champion Patricio Pitbull on the main card of UFC 331 on Saturday. Pitbull perfectly set up a combination, dropping Choi with a vicious right hand before finishing him with punches and elbows. In 3:28 of action, Choi landed 20 significant strikes. With the loss, Choi has dropped to 17-5-1 and is now 6-4-1 in the UFC.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Patricio Pitbull Scores First-Round TKO Win
Former two-division Bellator champion Patricio Pitbull returned to the win column by finishing Dooho Choi via first-round TKO on the main card of UFC 331 on Saturday. Pitbull earned his first UFC stoppage win by dropping Choi with a right hand and finishing him with follow-up punches. In 3:28 of action, Pitbull landed 38 significant strikes. Since signing with the UFC back in 2025, Pitbull has been alternating wins and losses, going 2-2 in his last four. With the win, Pitbull has improved to 38-9 as a pro.
Source: UFC
Source: UFC
Laquon Treadwell Goes For 61 Yards In Week 2 Loss
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Laquon Treadwell caught all three of his targets for 61 yards in his team's loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football. The second week of NFL action saw Colts WR Alec Pierce (heel) be pulled from the game with a heel injury, which led to more playing time for Treadwell. The former Minnesota Viking caught a clutch pass late in the game to keep the Colts hopes alive -- he was ruled down by contact after a play in which the ball was punched out of his hands and put on the ground. It's not immediately apparent how much playing time Treadwell will get in Pierce's absence. But he at least appears to be the team's WR3, behind Keenan Allen and Josh Downs, while Pierce is on the sidelines. That could lead to enough usage for him to be startable in deep dynasty leagues. For now, though, the Houston Texans will head to Indianapolis to take on Treadwell's team, meaning a tough challenge against some of the best defensive backs in the NFL awaits.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Keenan Allen Targeted Five Times, Held To One Catch In Week 2 Loss
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen caught just one of his five targets for five yards in a Week 2 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Allen has now seen 11 targets across two games, so it's not like he isn't being involved in the game plan. He just has struggled to turn those looks into good production. That comes with the territory of being 34 years old and still playing in the NFL. Allen could have a bigger role in the coming weeks, though, with WR Alec Pierce (heel) struggling with a re-aggravation of the heel injury that bothered him in the offseason. Allen is now a top-2 WR, depth chart-wise at least, in an offense that's depleted of pass-catching weapons. Colts quarterback Daniel Jones has thrown an average of just 188 yards per game over the first two contests, meaning there hasn't been much to go around for the team's pass-catchers. Allen moves into borderline WR4 territory for Week 3 against the tough Houston Texans defense. He's likely in his last year in the NFL, and is a shadow of his former self. He could still get enough targets and receptions to be startable in PPR leagues, though.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Tyler Warren Catches Touchdown, But Low-Yardage Woes Continue
Indianapolis Colts tight end Tyler Warren turned seven targets into six catches for 21 yards and a touchdown in his team's Week 2 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Warren has now gained just 34 yards in two games, though receiving touchdowns have saved his fantasy output in both. The Colts passing offense as a whole isn't gaining a ton of yardage, so it's not all Warren's fault he isn't gaining much ground with the ball in his hands. Still, there's concern for fantasy football, where he'd not be a difference-maker were it not for his scoring snags. He at least is on the field plenty for his team in his second year in the NFL. With 12 targets across two games, fantasy managers are hoping for a bit more involvement. That could come with the injury to WR Alec Pierce (heel), who should miss time with a re-aggravation of the heel injury he battled in the offseason. Warren is set to remain a key component of a passing game that isn't very productive, making him a risky start in fantasy football leagues. The tight end position seriously lacks good fantasy scorers, though, so Warren should remain in starting lineups in all leagues for Week 3 against the Houston Texans.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Josh Downs Busy and Productive In Week 2 Loss
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs was targeted nine times in his team's Week 2 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. He converted those looks into seven catches for 72 yards. It was a refreshing game for him after he only saw four passes go his way in Week 1. He's the primary slot receiver for this team, but doesn't see the field much on 2WR sets, meaning his upside is heavily capped. However, he's likely set to have a bigger role in the near future, as Colts starting WR Alec Pierce (heel) re-injured the heel he struggled with in the offseason. Pierce was likely rushed back into action too soon, meaning Indianapolis could choose to be more cautious with him moving forward. A big role in 2WR sets isn't likely for Downs, though, because he's a diminutive receiver that struggles to block much bigger players on run plays. His ceiling case is more likely as long as Pierce is out, and he could see a high target rate. Downs moves into WR3/flex territory as long as Pierce remains unable to play, and should be rostered in all fantasy leagues. A Week 3 matchup with the Houston Texans might seem tough on paper, but they've struggled the past two weeks. Downs is in good shape to have another nice game.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
